Transport

OECD Workshop on Maritime Transport, 4-5 November 2004

23-Nov-2004

The general aim of the Workshop was to identify maritime transportation issues that need to be addressed by government and industry to ensure a secure and efficient environment for the industry.  The Workshop provided an opportunity for decision makers from government and industry to assess the effectiveness of past actions, and to consider what still needs to be done. The Workshop was intended to bring together the members of the OECD’s Maritime Transport Committee, its non-member partners and industry.

Outcome of the Maritime Transport Committee Meeting - May 2004

23-Jun-2004

The Maritime Transport Committee met on 24-25 May 2004.  Discussions focussed on the Committee’s work on security in maritime transport, safety and the environment, the Committee’s 2005/2006 Programme of Work, and the Dialogue with non-member economies.  

Report on the Removal of Insurance from Substandard Shipping

16-Jun-2004

This study addresses the issue identified in the MTC Policy Statement on Substandard Shipping, of whether the marine insurance industry could make a useful impact on efforts to reduce the incidence of substantard shipping.

Just released: Keeping Children Safe in Traffic

05-Apr-2004

Tragically, one child out of every 2100 will die before his or her 15th birthday in a road-related incident, and even more will suffer severe injuries or lifelong disabilities. This report provides the latest statistics on children's injuries and fatalities, outlines progress and trends in children's traffic safety in OECD countries, and identifies areas for further improvement. It provides the latest statistics and makes a series of policy-related recommendations for improving children's road safety.

Costs Saving from Non-Compliance with International Environmental Regulations in the Maritime Sector

07-Jan-2004

This report examines the the unfair commercial advantage afforded to substandard shipowners who fail to comply with international environmental regulations that apply to their ships.

Discussion Paper on Ownership and Control of Ships: Options to Improve Transparency

15-Dec-2003

The Secretariat is releasing this discussion paper to seek comments from interested parties.

Report Released on the Impact of New Technologies on Road Safety

Each year, more than 125 000 people are killed in road crashes in OECD countries and millions more are injured, many of them permanently. This report evaluates the global impact of new road safety technologies and provides recommendations to governments and industry to assist all countries in achieving a common aim: saving lives.